Settlement Paralegal

Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP

. Manage the final stage of clients' personal injury cases .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeLas Vegas • New Mexico • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $49,940 - $64,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in personal injury settlement management, including lien negotiation and subrogation claims, while maintaining high organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficient in creating settlement distribution materials and effectively communicating with clients and adjusters.

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Personal Injury Settlement ExperienceLien NegotiationSubrogation ClaimsSettlement Distribution MaterialsCase Management Software

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Hard Skills

Settlement DistributionSubrogation VerificationClaims VerificationBasic ArithmeticSettlement Fund Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailVerbal Negotiation SkillsOrganizational SkillsEmotional IntelligenceTeam Player

Tools & Technologies

Medicare PortalCase Management Software

Industry Keywords

Personal InjuryMedicare ClaimsMedicaid ClaimsInsurance ReimbursementHealth Insurance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the final stage of clients' personal injury cases
Provide clients with a complete, detailed disbursement of settlement funds
Negotiate insurance reimbursement, provider reimbursement, health insurance and med pay subrogation claims, and liens
Maximize clients' net compensation
Attend weekly firm-wide huddles and daily team mini huddles
Attend biweekly meetings with the Team Lead prepared with supporting data
Enter settlement details on the Medicare portal within 24 hours of settlement
Verify claims on subrogation ledgers within 2 days of receiving the final ledger
Attempt partial or full distribution of settlement funds within 5 days of receiving the settlement check
Complete final disbursement of TRU cases within 60–90 days
Complete a minimum of 7 settlement distributions every two weeks
Ensure overdue tasks never exceed 30
Draft, update, and finalize settlement distribution packets within 3 days of receiving a Settlement Note email
Call, email, and correspond with adjusters to follow up on ledgers and reductions
Verify subrogation, lien, and medical bill balances
Keep status comments updated in Settled 0, Settled 06, and Settled 07 cases
Report directly to the Settlement Department Team Lead and secondarily to the Settlement Director

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of direct personal injury settlement experience, including lien negotiation, subrogation, and Medicare/Medicaid claims
Demonstrated experience creating settlement distribution materials/packets
Deep understanding of subrogation
Basic level arithmetic
High organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks regularly
Strong attention to detail
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Organized, focused, and attentive
Vigorous verbal negotiation skills
Professional attire and demeanor
Extensive knowledge of case management software
Emotional intelligence
Team player
Ability to work during Mountain Time business hours
Ability to pass a background check
Resume showing complete work history since graduation, including employer names and dates for each role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full benefits package — comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Life & long-term disability insurance
401(k) plan
Generous PTO + select paid holidays
Opportunities for community outreach
Annual company goal trip
Positive, fulfilling environment with learning, growth, and team support
Consistent bonuses